2009 Subaru Legacy

The 2009 Subaru Legacy is a mid-size sedan that offers a comfortable ride, spacious interior, and all-wheel drive as standard. It is available with two engine options: a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated flat-four engine producing 170 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque, and a 3.0-liter naturally aspirated flat-six engine producing 245 horsepower and 215 lb-ft of torque. The 2.5-liter engine is paired with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic transmission, while the 3.0-liter engine is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission. Overall, the 2009 Subaru Legacy is a reliable and well-rounded vehicle, but it has a few issues that owners should be aware of.

Engine

2.5-liter naturally aspirated flat-four engine

• Oil consumption
  • Description/Symptoms: Excessive oil consumption, leading to low oil levels and potential engine damage.
  • Solution: Replacement of piston rings and/or valve stem seals.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

3.0-liter naturally aspirated flat-six engine

• Head gasket failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Leakage of coolant and/or oil from the head gasket area, leading to overheating and engine damage.
  • Solution: Replacement of head gaskets and resurfacing of cylinder heads.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

5-speed manual transmission

• No Issues Found

4-speed automatic transmission

• Transmission slipping
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears smoothly, hesitation during gear changes, and loss of power.
  • Solution: Replacement or rebuilding of the transmission.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,500 - $4,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

5-speed automatic transmission

• No Issues Found

Suspension

• Strut mount failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Noises from the front suspension, clunking sounds while turning or driving over bumps.
  • Solution: Replacement of strut mounts.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery drain
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty starting the vehicle after sitting for extended periods, dim headlights, and flickering electrical components.
  • Solution: Inspection of electrical components and replacement of faulty parts as needed.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Windshield wiper motor failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Inability to operate windshield wipers, intermittent wiper operation, or slow wiper speed.
  • Solution: Replacement of wiper motor.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Dashboard rattle
  • Description/Symptoms: Vibrations or rattling noises coming from the dashboard area.
  • Solution: Inspection and tightening or replacement of loose components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300+
  • Recalls: None Found

Overall Summary

The 2009 Subaru Legacy is a generally reliable vehicle, but it has some potential issues that owners should be aware of, particularly related to the engine, transmission, and suspension. The severity and cost of these issues can vary depending on the specific problem and the extent of the damage. However, overall, the 2009 Subaru Legacy offers a comfortable and capable driving experience for its price point.